The secret is that the elite believe they are attaining godhood and are
destined for the stars. Their ancient and occultic views are reflected
in the dark themes of Prometheus, the very name of which hints at the
quest for eternity and power among a group who think a divine right
bestowed by a higher intelligence gives creedence to their meddling with
the affairs of common man.
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